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Standing Up for Business

As part of its mission, Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to helping influence legislation and public policy to benefit our community and your business. MBACC members are encouraged to participate in the member-driven Advocacy Council, which is comprised of MBACC members engaged in the public policy arena.

Each year, the council unveils its community priorities, which are based on survey results of members’ concerns and issues for the upcoming legislative session.

View/Print the 2026 Advocacy Agenda

Connect with civic leaders and officials

Take advantage of our special events to connect with lawmakers and stay abreast on the policy issues impacting your business and our city.

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Find Your Representative

See a list of local, state and federal elected officials.

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What’s Happening

NOAA Seeks Public Comment on South Carolina Red Snapper Proposal

NOAA Fisheries is accepting public comments on a proposal from the S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources that could affect recreational red snapper fishing off South Carolina. The public comment period [...]

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33 Local Professionals to Participate in Leadership Grand Strand Class 47

Leadership Grand Strand (LGS) is pleased to announce it has accepted 33 business and community members from Horry and Georgetown counties to participate in its 47th class. LGS is a [...]

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